CHIEF, OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTHY HOMES AND COMMUNITIES (Program Manager III)

State of Maryland; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic leader to direct public health initiatives focused on injury prevention and environmental health. This role involves overseeing program management, funding, and compliance, while providing strategic guidance to ensure the success of health promotion initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in public health leadership, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and partnership-building. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and community well-being, and make a significant impact on public health outcomes in the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years in professional health or human services experience.
• Experience in injury prevention or environmental health is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Direct programs and manage funding for public health initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with grant and contract deliverables.

Skills

Public Health Leadership

Injury Prevention

Environmental Health

Program Management

Budget Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Health or Human Services

Master's Degree

Doctorate

Job description

GRADE

21

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Prevention and Health Promotion Administration
Environmental Health Bureau
201 W. Preston Street
Baltimore MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

This position will provide experienced public health leadership in directing the work of the Office of Healthy Homes and Communities directing programs and conducting administrative management with extensive training and expertise in injury prevention and/or environmental health. This position will use knowledge and experience in prevention and health promotion, strategic planning, and systems thinking to provide Bureau, Department and State level leadership in the areas of injury prevention (e.g., falls, traumatic brain injury, transportation), violence prevention (e.g., sexual assault, adverse childhood experiences), lead poisoning prevention, and asthma prevention. This position serves as a technical advisor for the Healthy Homes, Injury Prevention, and Kids in Safety Seats programs, as well as the lead for the Bureau's administrative units to ensure implementation of current MDH and PHPA operational policies and procedures.


This position oversees and manages the funding, grants, operations, and technical assistance to build and maintain internal and external partnerships. This position is responsible for developing and implementing systems and processes to monitor financial and procurement operations. This position will ensure compliance and completion grant, contract, and cooperative agreement deliverables. This position will develop and implement systems and processes to increase efficiencies, meet state legislative and regulatory requirements, and produce results that will include data, budgets, policies, and reports.


This position is eligible for hybrid telework which is subject to approval of the supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and six years of professional health or human services experience, including three years at the supervisory or managerial level.


A master's degree will substitute for one year of the general experience and a Doctorate will substitute for two years of the general experience. Additional experience as noted above will substitute on a year-for-year basis for the degree.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess the following:


Five years of experience in the field of public health, specifically injury prevention or environmental health
Three years of experience with public health program management, specifically two years of governmental management experience
Three years of experience with budgets and grants, specifically two years in government budgeting and government grant applications
Three years of experience with supervision, including one year of experience supervising manager(s)

SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A Resume must be uploaded to the application.
Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.�Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.�Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).�
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date.�Information submitted after this date will not be added.�Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.
Candidates may remain on the�certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online,�the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.�Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.
If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.� If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information�to 410-333-5689.�Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the�MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or�[e-mail].�
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.